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After Maduro swoop, Chinese special forces face challenge of Taiwan 'decapitation' op

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te at a press conference on the Action Plan for Safeguarding Democracy and National Security in Taiwan at the presidential palace in Taipei, on 26 November 2025.
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te at a press conference on the Action Plan for Safeguarding Democracy and National Security in Taiwan at the presidential palace in Taipei, on 26 November 2025. © I-Hwa Cheng/AFP

The Venezuelan leader's capture in early January highlighted the clear superiority of US special forces when it comes to this type of operation. It notably puts pressure on Beijing, which claims more than ever to be preparing a similar mission against Taiwan's leaders.

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